What is bioplastic, and what makes it unique?
We’re all over-familiar with conventional plastic. But what about bioplastic? If you’re at all fuzzy, fear not. We explain what that little ‘bio’ prefix is all about in this post…
Category: About Biodegradable Packaging
A Giant Leap away from Single-use Plastics
A giant leap away from single-use plastics occurred this month. The EU Single-use Plastics Directive came into force, banning many of the most polluting plastic items. Included on the red list are plastic straws, cutlery, stirrers and polystyrene containers.
New stackable PLA Tubs
Tadaaaa: meet our new low-carbon PLA tub-shaped bowls and lids. Perfect for delis. Easy to stack and mix and match, and available in a range of sizes.
How Green is your Brown?
We think it’s brilliant that people are appreciating natural, plant-based materials. But unfortunately, not all products that look green (AKA brown) are green all the way through. Make sure the products you’re choosing are solid green and not window dressing!
Still in the Bag, After all These Years
The humble brown paper bag has stood the test of time. It’s been with us since the 1850s. (In a lot less time, plastic bags produced an on-going pollution crisis.) This unassuming essential also has a much more exciting history than you’d imagine…
New Lid for 850ml Single Compartment Sugarcane Box
Our 850ml Single Compartment Sugarcane Box with Separate Lid has a new Lid design, which is now in stock. The new Lid has a different pattern embossed on the top, and a deeper groove running around the edge. The base of the Box fits into this groove, which means that the new Lid fits onto…
PLA vs. Wood Cellulose
Our range of Clear Compostable Bioplastic Bags come in a choice of two raw materials: PLA and wood cellulose. PLA is made from corn starch, and wood cellulose is made from – you guessed it – wood fibre. What else is different about them?
What is Eco Friendly Packaging?
Eco Friendly packaging considers the full life cycle of packaging. Along with the functionality of the packaging, it takes into account what happens before and after use. First up, it’s important to know where the raw materials come from. Is the source sustainably managed? Does it contain harmful ingredients? Is it renewable, or fossil fuel-based?…
How Long Till it’s Gone?
A Sugarcane Bowl before composting, and at two stages during the composting process We often get asked: ‘How long do your products take to break down?’ The Quick AnswerAll of our products are compostable and will break down in roughly 2 – 12 weeks in composting conditions. The Long AnswerIt depends. Mostly, on what a…